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26.03.2024

Co-formulants in Plant Protection Products and their Residues in Food

Plant protection products contain active substances and co-formulants. Agroscope studied the residues of co-formulants on treated plants for the first time, thereby furnishing the basis for assessing risks posed to consumers.

29.02.2024

Exploring the World of Raw-Milk Products

What experience do artisan farms and businesses have in the manufacture of raw-milk products? In association with the Centre of Excellence for Raw-Milk Products, Agroscope researcher Hans-Peter Bachmann visits farms all over Switzerland. The fourth trip takes us to the Girenbad cheese dairy.

27.02.2024

When Staphylococcus aureus causes sickness and diarrhoea

Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in food that cause sickness and diarrhoea. A new study contributes to a better understanding of toxin-producing bacterial strains and suggests that toxins can occur in food production despite hygiene measures.